Four Minute Devotions

1 Samuel, chapter 28, contains what must be one of the strangest stories in the Bible. The prophet Samuel was dead and the king, Saul,…

The older I get, the harder it is to get a solid night’s sleep. The experts will tell us that most adult bodies require something…

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are…

Recently, I have realised how easily I seem to fall short of God’s best. I don’t think I am sinning more; in fact, by God’s…

Jesus had just returned from climbing a mountain with Peter, James and John. It was there the Transfiguration happened. Jesus’ clothes had become dazzling white, and…

“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far…

“Then I saw a Lamb, looking as if it had been slain, standing at the centre of the throne, encircled by the four living creatures…

Do our prayers make a difference?   We have probably all asked that question, from time to time. Or at least allowed the thought to…

“He went and took the scroll from the right hand of him who sat on the throne. And when he had taken it, the four…

Nobody likes failing. We enjoy success; we like to achieve things, especially if others notice and cheer us on. So, what does the Bible teach…